Learn about volcanic ash and watch a visualization of the Calbuco volcano to see how ash travels around the world.
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Watch NASA videos about aerosols and volcanic ash.
Use the Earth System Data Explorer to analyze data and make a claim about which 2018 eruption was larger, Kilauea, HI or Ambae Island, Vanuatu.
Students watch videos and/or review articles related to particulate matter and how this pollutant is monitored and measured, then provide their understanding individually or in groups.
Students review a video that models the global impact of smoke from fires to develop an understanding of how models can be used to interpret and forecast phenomena in the Earth System.
Students watch videos and review articles related to ozone as a pollutant at ground level, and how ozone impacts environment, then provide their understanding in groups.
My NASA Data has recently released several new resources, StoryMaps, for use in educational settings.
Use the AirNow.gov website to determine current air quality in US locations, as well as other information.